Welcome to "Building Better Managers," hosted by Wendy Hanson with special guest Meg Donovan. Today, we explore vulnerability in leaders, a concept popularized by Brene Brown. Our special guest, Meg Donovan, Chief People Officer at NextThink, shares her personal experience of vulnerability and empathy in the workplace. Meg's journey through personal challenges revealed the power of empathy, which forms the foundation for allowing teams to be vulnerable and fostering trust, loyalty, and commitment. Leaders who embrace humility and curiosity, acknowledge their mistakes and demonstrate empathy pave the way for authentic connections with their teams. This episode delves into how vulnerability is not a sign of weakness but a key to building stronger, more resilient teams. So, join Wendy and Meg as they discuss the transformative power of vulnerability in leadership. Meet Meg Donovan: Experienced Leader: Over 15 years of leadership experience in high-growth, technology-oriented businesses. Driving Employee Excellence: Currently serving as the Chief People Officer at Next Thing, a global leader in digital employee experience management. Passionate About Development: Committed to fostering optimal end-user experiences and partnering with Better Manager to provide coaching and professional development for managers and team members. Meg's Contact Info: Twitter: https://twitter.com/MegNexthinker LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megdonovan/ For transcripts and other available downloads, please visit the BetterManager website. https://www.bettermanager.co/podcast © 2019 - 2023 BetterManager